MUTT STRUT: Suffolk Humane Society
Dog lovers from throughout Hampton Roads converged on Suffolk's Sleepy Hole Park for the 1st annual Mutt Strut Dog Walk and Festival. The event featured canine games and demonstrations, exhibitors and representatives from more than 30 animal rescue groups and shelters. There was also a Walk-a-Thon to raise funds to expand services and build Suffolk's first nonprofit animal shelter. The event was well attended.
Volunteer Ashley Greene (along with Bailey) assisted in the parking lot.
Savannah and Damian Dodge with their dogs Biscuit and Spirit.
Charles and Tiffany Gates enjoyed the event.
Langley Air Force Base co-workers Shannon Cooper and Eddie, left, with Neykia King and Sabastian.
Christine Guarascio with Suki, who participated in the tail-wagging contest.
Chuckatuck residents Mari An Charlton with her friend Skyylar and Brenda Halstead with her friend Starr.
Linda Maples and her daughters Sarah and Alexis traveled from Chesapeake for the event.
Rosemary Blanchard with her 12 year old son Keith and 5 month old Yorkie Gabrielle.
Three year old Elliott Coss of Suffolk has his hands full with Jake.
John and Debby Clarke rest in the shade with the granddaughter Teagan Ferrero.
Karen Geers of the Great Dane Rescue of the Commonwealth.
Bobbie Foot of the U.S. Navy relaxes with Bailey.
Chad Oxton with Suki, a St. Bernard-Mastif mix.
Virginia Beach residents Frank Grant and Penny anticipate the frisbee games.
Heavenly Holland's owner hopes she wins the Best Costume award.
Deborah Wahlstrom with Leslie, who was rescued from Hurricane Katrina, with Justin Dickerson and Misty.
Scott Trefts and Bono prepare for the walk-a-thon.